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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Satire 15 and 16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why were waiters assigned to each of the guests at the dinner party?
(a) To display wealth.
(b) To prevent theft.
(c) To ensure great service.
(d) To converse.

2. Why was Juvenal so proud of Catullus' quick action aboard the ship?
(a) Because he was sensible.
(b) Because he was strong.
(c) Because he was quick.
(d) Because he was brave.

3. What is the name of the cow-headed goddess of love who is worshiped by the Tentyrites?
(a) Saguntum.
(b) Pius.
(c) Juno.
(d) Hathor.

4. What type of animal is the god, Set?
(a) A chicken.
(b) A pig.
(c) A fish.
(d) A cow.

5. Which of the following events typically involved gourmands?
(a) Dice roll.
(b) Deep sea fishing.
(c) Gladiator fight.
(d) Lion hunt.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following did the captain of the sinking ship trust for safety?

2. What was the name of the female friend with whom Juvenal discussed immorality?

3. Where did Naevolus work before leaving his job?

4. Which of the following groups of people did Umbricius consider to be the most dishonest?

5. Which of the following animals was NOT one that Juvenal believed that the Egyptians worshiped?

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